Ireland calls for ‘fully Brexit-proofed’ budget with thousands of food jobs at stake
The Irish food industry has called for a “fully Brexit-proofed” budget, fearing thousands of jobs could be threatened if the government does not take urgent action.
Archives for September 13, 2016
World Bank supports agriculture sector in Montenegro
Montenegro is to get additional financing for resources to strengthen rural areas and increase preparedness for European Union accession.
Risks posed by foodborne pathogens are not static - Pew
Risks associated with meat and poultry have not remained static with some being successfully controlled or eliminated and others emerging, according to the Pew Charitable Trusts.
Manufacturers dismiss Italy's 'wheat war'
Low prices and cheap imports are hitting Italian wheat producers who are declaring 'a wheat war' while MEPs are calling for the Commission to act. But Italy simply cannot produce enough wheat to meet national demands, say manufacturers.
Meat industry almost as untrustworthy as second-hand car dealers, say EU consumers
When it comes to consumer goods, only the second hand car market is performing worse than the meat sector, according to new research published by the European Commission.
Astral Foods warns of profit collapse
Astral Foods has warned shareholders it expects a dramatic loss in end-of-year earnings as South Africa’s beleaguered poultry sector goes from crunch to crisis.
Aloe based fruit and veg coating comes to US market
Aloe Eco Park SAPI de CV has launched an aloe based edible coating in the US fruit and vegetable market.
Investments allow Hungarian meat processor to expand product range
Hungarian pork processor Pick Szeged Zrt’s sales growth has been helped by increased throughput, the launch of new products and a rise in meat exports, according to senior company representatives.
UK government offers €17.6 million to innovative SMEs
Innovative small and medium-sized businesses (SMEs) in the UK can apply for their share of £15 million (€17.6m) aimed at boosting their competitiveness.
China’s production decline sparks import boom
The global poultry industry is entering a period of enhanced market conditions as China’s historic production slump brings a welcome buoyancy to a string of poultry exporters.
Understanding of WGS varies between countries - FAO
Whole Genome Sequencing (WGS) has the potential to play a significant role in food safety but the level of understanding of concepts and potential vary among countries, according to FAO.